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19th May 2015, 07:26 | #1 |
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2.0L Diesel - 2005 Interesting Starting Problem
Hi folks,
Got a conundrum for you. Last night and this morning my 75 took three attempts to start. The first two attempts the glow plugs came on and when I tried to turn the key to start there was only a click. Second time, click again, third time it starts as normal. A few other facts which may be of interest. It has had the re map It was serviced recently It has 82300 miles on the clock I've read that these cars won't even try to turn the engine without a good charge, could that be it? Additionally, it poured down yesterday but I think I have a clear plenum, only had enough time to glance in the driver side this morning, Will check the ECU tonight. Thanks for any support, Garry |
19th May 2015, 07:30 | #2 |
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Starter motor solenoid contacts, or a poor connection to the battery/discharged battery I'd say Garry
It won't harm to have a look inside the plenum if you're worried though For extra piece of mind, fit a Jules plenum shield Brian |
19th May 2015, 07:44 | #3 |
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Got that Jules plenum shield in Brian, thanks to you actually!
I'll have a look at the battery and plenum tonight, any tips on the starter motor contacts? i.e how to identify them and fault find? It's probably as simple as looking for the wires on the motor! ha Cheers, Garry |
19th May 2015, 08:06 | #4 |
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If you heard a single click then my money is on the starter solenoid contacts.
You have to remove the starter motor to inspect them, and kits are available on the bay with instructions on how to replace. |
19th May 2015, 19:52 | #5 |
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I'm with Mikes opinion above.---
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19th May 2015, 20:21 | #6 |
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Brian got there before me John.
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